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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1932
Page
2
The column urges active participation in the local election while praising Ross Rogers and pledging daily support. It argues political engagement boosts civic pep, predicts a dry, warm spell after a rainy period, and calls residents to join the election excitement.
Elmer Koonce, 50, of Dallas, died after cutting his throat in his room at the Texas Hotel, climbing Seibold Hotel roof, and leaping to the ground. A note found by police said not to notify his wife. Investigation continues to determine motive and circumstances.
A 25 year old single man asks Tack for career help. He cites farm and tractor experience plus station work, and offers to work at a hotel or lodging house on commission. He mentions his mother to support and provides his address for contact.
A young man jailed on a petty charge attempted to buy cigarettes with counterfeit money. A half dollar and several quarters in his jacket were fake, leading police to question him and likely prompt federal agents to investigate the source.
In Brookings South Dakota a family vacation to Alaska ended in a car crash. Edwin Carter 22 son of E F P Carter VP of AT&T died from a broken neck when his car left the road near Aurora. Walter Sherman Gifford 14 son of W S Gifford AT&T president, suffered a crushed left arm.
Final rodeo contests and awards closed the Texas pioneer cowboy reunion in Stamford. L. V. Vivian of Matador Ranch, age 55, won the old timers calf roping at a time of 43 4-5 seconds.
Dunn Houston, 52, a leading South Texas cattleman and pioneer family member, was killed instantly in a collision east of Cuero on the Victoria highway yesterday. The crash occurred on a rural stretch, with authorities stating he died at the scene.
Texas Railroad Commission considers changing prorated output rules after operators claim East Texas overplayed its share while other fields may be allowed more. A 325000 barrel daily cap was set for East Texas but per well limits fell to 51 barrels. A July 11 hearing will address proposed allowables for Van Yates Gulf Coast and Southwest Texas fields.
Wichita and the surrounding area were soaked by 1.50 inches of rain last night with similar downpours reported across North Texas and Southern Oklahoma.
Julian Co. Hyer of Fort Worth president of Lions International spoke to 58 Veterans of Foreign Wars posts gathered in Galveston for the 12th annual Texas encampment. The meeting opened with full attendance and the bonus payment plan was expected to be a leading issue.
The two pilots Mattern and Griffin received well wishes and assistance after landing their craft in Moscow. They offered no rest and hoped to continue to Moscow that night with papers and passports for Russia at the ready. Water was preferred over beer as they thanked Capt. Hermann Kohl and other helpers before refueling began.
Griffin stated confidence despite a rain storm and thunder as the group navigated a brief shower after leaving Han. He outlined refueling plans and asked about a place to shave using their own razor. The team plans to depart in about an hour if possible.
The text argues that Smith should avoid enmities and remain loyal to the Democratic party. It asserts Smith may back Roosevelt if not aligned with rivals, noting Roosevelt’s likely election and predicting a radio campaign and patriotic mobilization at the country fair.
The piece discusses how Hoover and Roosevelt use radio to reach voters and the high costs of radio campaigning, contrasts with old bribery methods, and notes global economic tides from London to Paris. It reflects on resilience through wars and plagues, with a cautious forecast of prosperity returning as England leaves gold standards.
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